Steve Buscemi to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on July 20, 2025

So, why not a 67-year-old James Bond from United States?

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Is Buscemi set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in June 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Steve Buscemi.

UPDATE 20/07/2025 : This story seems to be false. (read more)

Every man, at some point in his life, wishes he could be James Bond. And with the news that Daniel Craig may well be out as 007, there are a whole bunch of actors from London to Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Steve Buscemi become the Seventh James Bond?

Buscemi’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Boardwalk Empire (2010-2014), Grown Ups 2 (2013) and On the Road (2012). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Buscemi now is – what next?

Three reasons Steve Buscemi would be good for the James Bond franchise

It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be a 67-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Buscemi.
It would give Steve Buscemi a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Buscemi To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy

Twitter was flooded again Saturday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Steve Buscemi for James Bond.

“His name is Buscemi. Steve Buscemi!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) July 19, 2025

“He was perfect as Tall thin salesman in On the Road, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) July 19, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) July 19, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Buscemi has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) July 19, 2025

Rumors about Steve Buscemi stepping into the role's next iteration have been floating about for a while now. He is characterized by being smooth, slick, handsome, rugged and charming. These are definitely the characteristics needed to play James Bond. Don’t you agree?

Do you think Steve Buscemi should be the next James Bond?